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Is Another Kīlauea Volcano Explosion Likely?
The current Kīlauea summit eruption started explosively on March 19, 2008, when a rockfall temporarily impeded the release of volcanic gas from a new vent.
Sally’s to Sell Rare Admission Day Newspapers
The Salvation Army’s family thrift store, The Sally Shop in Hilo, will sell rare Admission Day newspapers on Friday, Aug. 19.
Pre-Season NNW Swell Fills in, Largely Blocked
Pre-season north-northwest swell is expected for Friday and Saturday. The Big Island will be heavily shadowed from this swell. …
Breezy Winds, Morning Trade Showers Today
Breezy trade winds are forecast to continue through Friday, then weaken during the weekend. An area of enhanced moisture is expected to keep showers…
DOH Confirms Source of Hep A Outbreak
Lab tests have confirmed the presence of hepatitis A in Sea Port Bay Scallops, previously identified as the likely source of the ongoing Hawai‘i outbreak.
HPD WANTED: Updated Warrant List Released
Anyone who knows the whereabouts of a person or persons on this list should call the Hawai‘i County Police Department’s non-emergency line at 935-3311.
New Vog Information Available Online
New informational products about the health hazards of volcanic air pollution—vog—are available through a new interagency partnership.
Kona Village Resort to Reopen
Kamehameha Schools and Kennedy Wilson have reached a final agreement on a ground lease of the Kona Village Resort property on Hawai‘i island.
Increase in Showers & Cloud Cover Expected
Breezy trade winds are forecast to strengthen slightly Thursday through Friday, then slowly weaken again over the weekend. An area of enhanced moisture will cause showers to increase over windward areas…
SSW Swell Holds Today, Trade Swell Continues
Our current south-southwest swell is holding Thursday before slowly fading through…
It’s All About Hawai‘i: New Data Book Available Online
With more than 800 data tables, it covers a broad range of statistical information in areas such as population, education, labor, business, government…
County to Hold Public Meeting on Island’s Growth
The Hawai‘i County Planning Department will hold Public Input Forums in relation to the comprehensive review of the County General Plan.
Hapuna Prince to Host Dare to Pair, Spirited Dinner
The Hapuna Beach Prince Hotel will present a food and cocktail pairing event—Dare to Pair, Spirited Dinner—on Wednesday, Aug. 24, 2016, beginning at 6 p.m.
Relatively Dry Trade Wind Weather for Today
Breezy trade wind weather will continue. Dry trade wind weather is forecast through Wednesday with an increase in showers expected over…
SSW Swell Peaks Today, Then Holds
A new south-southwest swell is peaking Wednesday and holding through…
Kona Dance and Performing Arts Studio Opens
Kona Dance and Performing Arts, a new nonprofit arts organization in Kealakekua, held its grand opening on Aug. 13, hosting over 250 keiki and adults.
Paradise Helicopters Enrolls in New Service Plan
Paradise Helicopter is the first helicopter tour company to enroll its fleet of Bell 407s in Bell Helicopter’s Customer Advantage Plans, a new service solution.
Hawaiʻi CC Welcomes New Chancellor
A kīpaepae welina (welcoming ceremony) was held for new Hawaiʻi Community Colleges Chancellor Rachel Solemsaas on Monday, Aug. 15, 2016, at HCC Hilo.
Frozen Scallops Linked to Hawai‘i’s Hep A Outbreak
Investigation findings implicate frozen imported scallops served raw at Genki Sushi Restaurants as the likely source of hepatitis A infection in Hawai‘i.
Hawai‘i Island Women’s Leadership Summit
Register online for the second annual Hawai‘i Island Women’s Leadership Summit, scheduled for Friday, Aug. 26, 2016, at the Hilton Waikoloa Village.
